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The King’s Avatar(全职高手)

2019China
ActionCompetitionEsportsEsports IndustryGameHardworking Female LeadOnline GamingProfessional GamingSismanceSmart Male LeadSportsTournamentYouth

In the popular multiplayer online game Glory, Ye Xiu is renowned for his exceptional skill and is considered a top player under the name Ye Qiu. After being forced out of his professional team, he now works as a manager at an Internet Cafe. When Glory introduces its tenth server, Ye Xiu dives back into the game with a decade of experience, memories of the past, and a self-made weapon. His journey to reclaim his former glory begins. Based on the web novel "The King's Avatar" by Hu Dielan.

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Recommendation: Falling into Your Smile similar to The King’s Avatar
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Falling into Your Smile(你微笑时很美)

2021China
CompetitionOnline GamingProfessional GamingSmart Male LeadSportsYouthBromanceCohabitationComedyGamingOnline Gamer Female LeadOnline Gamer Male LeadRomanceTeamwork

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Competition, Online Gaming, Professional Gaming, Smart Male Lead, Sports, and Youth themes with a 29% similarity match.

In the highly competitive realm of electronic sports, the ZGDX OPL team, comprised entirely of male players, stands out as a top contender. A devoted following of female fans trails the team at every event. However, when a key player on the team injures his hand, the team's captain, Lu Si Cheng, known for his tall stature and tough demeanor, hesitates in selecting a replacement. On the other hand, Tong Yao, a petite gamer with a love for lollipops, is an up-and-coming amateur player fixated on the OPL. Despite her exceptional skills, she firmly believes that romantic relationships have no place in the male-dominated world of professional gaming, even though her ex-boyfriend was a gamer. After the team manager discovers her talent, he reaches out to her in hopes of recruiting her as the first female player in the scene, seeing it as a significant public relations opportunity. Initially skeptical, Lu Si Cheng eventually agrees to have her join as a substitute, causing a divide among the team's fan base. As they spend more time together, could a deeper connection begin to form between them? (Viki)

Recommendation: The Strongest Men of God similar to The King’s Avatar
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The Strongest Men of God(最强男神)

2018China
EsportsOnline GamingSmart Male LeadSportsYouthCensored Adaptation Of Same-sex Original WorkLeadershipOnline Gamer Male LeadSchool SettingSlight RomanceTeamworkWeb Series

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Esports, Online Gaming, Smart Male Lead, Sports, and Youth themes with a 25% similarity match.

In the novel "The Strongest God" by Die Zhi Ling, the story follows a hero-like protagonist who is revered by his followers as a deity. He leads a gaming team called the Dragon Fight Team, where he excels in every competition. Despite his success, his parents insist he returns to school, prompting him to form a new team with his friends Xu Ce, Lan Wei Ran, Qin Ye, and Wu Ze Wen. Together, they train and work as a team to reach the top of the gaming world.

Recommendation: The Whirlwind Girl similar to The King’s Avatar
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The Whirlwind Girl(旋风少女)

2015China
ActionCompetitionHardworking Female LeadSportsYouthCalm Male LeadFriendshipMartial ArtsNaive Female LeadOrphan Female LeadPoor Female LeadReverse-HaremRivalrySlight Romance

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Action, Competition, Hardworking Female Lead, Sports, and Youth themes with a 23% similarity match.

A decade ago in the town of An Yang, the birthplace of Yuan Wu Dao martial arts, renowned champion Qu Xiang Nan was alleged to have used performance-enhancing drugs, leading to the revocation of his prestigious title. This brought shame upon the town and sullied their reputation in the realm of Yuan Wu Dao. The narrative of Tornado Girl unfolds in the present day, focusing on his adopted daughter and pupil Qi Bai Cao as she embarks on her journey to become a genuine Yuan Wu Dao martial artist. She endeavors to ascend to the pinnacle of the sport and clear her Teacher's name. Along the way, she forges relationships with companions such as the composed and altruistic Yuan Wu Dao senior Ruo Bai, the affectionate yet enigmatic healer Yu Chu Yuan, and the charming and mischievous Fang Ting Hao, who harbors ulterior motives. Together, they undergo personal growth, engage in competition, experience love, and strive to achieve their aspirations. (WeTV) Based on the book "The Whirlwind Girl" by Ming Xiao Xi.

Recommendation: Out with a Bang similar to The King’s Avatar
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Out with a Bang(瞄准你的未来)

2022China
CompetitionEsportsOnline GamingSportsYouthChasing A DreamDramaEnemies To FriendsEnemies To LoversFriendshipGamingRomanceSports InjuryTeamwork

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Competition, Esports, Online Gaming, Sports, and Youth themes with a 23% similarity match.

As Xiao Yi Chuan, a seasoned e-sports athlete, approaches the end of his career, he encounters the enthusiastic Xiong Jiu Jiu, who persuades him to join her amateur team

Recommendation: Waga Koso Samurai! similar to The King’s Avatar
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Waga Koso Samurai!(我こそサムライ!)

2005Japan
CompetitionSportsTournamentKendoMartial Arts

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Competition, Sports, and Tournament themes with a 20% similarity match.

Recommendation: The Whirlwind Girl Season 2 similar to The King’s Avatar
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The Whirlwind Girl Season 2(旋风少女第二季)

2016China
ActionCompetitionSportsTournamentNovel AdaptationDeathFirst LoveLove TriangleMartial ArtsOrphan Female LeadPhysically Strong Female LeadRivalrySlight Romance

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Action, Competition, Sports, and Tournament themes with a 18% similarity match.

Qi Bai Cao emerged victorious in martial arts tournaments throughout Asia, expanding her knowledge in the field. However, after the devastating death of her mentor, Ruo Bai, she found herself unsure of how to move forward. It was then that she encountered Chang An, a remarkably skilled individual who assumed the role of her new trainer. Through his demanding guidance, Bai Cao rediscovered her determination and resumed her journey towards martial arts success. Taken from Ming Xiao Xi's book "The Whirlwind Girl" ( ).

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Go! Beach Volleyball Girls(燃!沙排少女)

2024China
CompetitionHardworking Female LeadSportsYouthClassmates' RelationshipEnemies To FriendsRomanceSchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadTeammates' RelationshipUniversityVolleyball

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Competition, Hardworking Female Lead, Sports, and Youth themes with a 18% similarity match.

Chen Wei Lan, an 18-year-old volleyball prodigy, faces disappointment when she fails to make the national youth team. Following a disagreement with her mother, she retreats to her hometown and enrolls at the local academy. Encouraged by her playful grandfather, she enters a beach volleyball competition where she meets her classmate, Li Guo Duo. The two quickly bond and become close friends. The Shui Chan Academy, once renowned for its volleyball prowess, has since lost its former glory. Li Guo Duo and Gaoge Zhang Luo establish a volleyball club, but the members lack experience and skill. Chen Wei Lan and Li Guo Duo take charge of the inexperienced team, determined to restore the club to its former greatness. Through rigorous training and amusing encounters, the team perseveres and eventually achieves their goal of becoming a successful sports team.

Recommendation: Saki Achiga-hen episode of Side-A similar to The King’s Avatar
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Saki Achiga-hen episode of Side-A(咲-Saki-阿知賀編 episode of side-A)

2017Japan
GameSismanceSportsYouthAdapted From A MangaCalm Female LeadEccentric Female LeadFriendshipLifeMahjongRivalrySassy Female LeadSmart Female Lead

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Game, Sismance, Sports, and Youth themes with a 18% similarity match.

A live-action version of Saki Achiga-hen episode of Side-A, a derivative series based on Ritz Kobayashi's manga Saki, focused on the game of mahjong, has been produced.

Recommendation: Hot Stove League similar to The King’s Avatar
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Hot Stove League(스토브리그)

2019South Korea
CompetitionHardworking Female LeadSmart Male LeadSportsBaseballCalm Male LeadCorruptionDramaHardworking Male LeadLifeMother-Daughter RelationshipSuccessful Male LeadTeamwork

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Competition, Hardworking Female Lead, Smart Male Lead, and Sports themes with a 18% similarity match.

The narrative revolves around the preparation phase of a major league baseball team. It centers on an underperforming team that gears up for an exceptional season with the arrival of their new general manager. Each episode highlights a challenge they face as they work to strengthen their team. Se Young, the youngest head of the management team for Dreams—an underachieving baseball club—is well-known for her determination and fervent dedication to the team. One day, Seung Su is appointed as the new general manager. Although he has experience in the sports industry, the teams he previously guided to championships were not well-liked, and some were even dissolved after their league victories due to the financial struggles of their parent organizations. Will this unfortunate new general manager be able to lead Dreams to the championship alongside the passionate Se Young? The cast includes Han Jae Hee, a lively individual and the grandson of a furniture maker, Kim Young Chae, a former softball player who has transitioned into a sports broadcaster, and Yoo Min Ho, a baseball enthusiast and pitcher.

Recommendation: Saki (2016) similar to The King’s Avatar
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Saki (2016)(咲-Saki-)

2016Japan
GameSismanceSportsYouthAdapted From A MangaChildhood Friends RelationshipFriendshipLifeMahjongSchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Supporting Character

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Game, Sismance, Sports, and Youth themes with a 18% similarity match.

Miyanaga Saki, a new student at Kiyosumi High School, doesn't have much interest in mahjong and only plays to avoid winning or losing. However, her perspective changes when she encounters Haramura Nodoka's exceptional mahjong skills and decides to join the school's mahjong club. Nodoka is a former champion of the national junior high school mahjong competition. With Nodoka and the rest of the club, Saki competes against strong rivals for the championship title.

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Yowamushi Pedal Season 2(弱虫ペダルSeason2)

2017Japan
ActionSportsYouthAdapted From A MangaComedyCyclingFriendship

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Recommendation: Cross Fire similar to The King’s Avatar
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Cross Fire(穿越火线)

2020China
ActionEsportsSportsYouthBromanceDifferent TimelinesDisabilityFriendshipGamingMysterySci-FiSlight RomanceTime AlteringTime Rift

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Action, Esports, Sports, and Youth themes with a 17% similarity match.

In 2008, Xiao Feng is struggling as the leader of an e-sports team, facing challenges in a field that is still developing with limited financial opportunities. Despite facing criticism and mockery, Xiao Feng's team perseveres in their quest for respect. Eleven years later, Lu Xiao Bei emerges as a skilled player in the same game, showcasing his talent despite being a young man with a disability. Determined to honor his brother's legacy as a professional e-sports player, Lu Xiao Bei misses his chance to join a professional team. However, a strange occurrence brings Xiao Feng and Lu Xiao Bei together in the game after years of being apart. Overcoming initial distrust, they eventually form their own teams and support each other as they work towards achieving their dreams both in the game and in life.

Recommendation: Sweet Tai Chi similar to The King’s Avatar
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Sweet Tai Chi(淑女飘飘拳)

2019China
CompetitionSportsTournamentYouthNovel AdaptationDramaGrandpa-Granddaughter RelationshipMartial ArtsMultiple CouplesPrejudiceRomanceSlow Burn RomanceStudent-Teacher RelationshipWeb Series

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Competition, Sports, Tournament, and Youth themes with a 17% similarity match.

Feng Piao Piao may seem elegant and refined, but beneath her love for literature and art lies a hidden talent inherited from her grandfather - mastery of Tai Chi

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Go Go Squid!(亲爱的,热爱的)

2019China
CompetitionSmart Male LeadSportsYouthClingy Female LeadCold Man-Warm WomanComedyFemale Chases Male FirstHardworking Male LeadLeadershipLove At First SightRivalryRomanceTeamwork

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Competition, Smart Male Lead, Sports, and Youth themes with a 17% similarity match.

Han Shang Yan, a renowned figure in the CTF cyber-security esports scene, had left the industry to establish his own esports organization, K&K, where he trained a group of young boys to become professional esports players. Following a defeat at a CTF competition, Han Shang Yan decided to take a break at an internet cafe. It was there that he encountered Tong Nian, a talented computer scientist and part-time online singer, who was helping out at the cafe. Tong Nian was immediately drawn to him, despite usually being confident and outgoing. As they were brought together by a series of coincidences and misunderstandings, Tong Nian found herself becoming more involved in K&K's activities and the world of professional esports. Through their interactions, Tong Nian also uncovered the truth behind Han Shang Yan's retirement from the esports world.

Recommendation: Gank Your Heart similar to The King’s Avatar
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Gank Your Heart(陪你到世界之巅)

2019China
CompetitionHardworking Female LeadSportsYouthBromanceCold Man-Warm WomanDramaGenius Male LeadHardworking Male LeadIndependent Female LeadMultiple CouplesRomanceSlow Burn RomanceTeamwork

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Competition, Hardworking Female Lead, Sports, and Youth themes with a 17% similarity match.

Their initial meeting is a complete disaster, but their relationship gradually develops into something beautiful. Ji Xiang Kong, a well-known and attractive e-sports player, is adored by many fans. Qiu Ying, a tsundere live streamer, crosses paths with him during an international tournament in hopes of increasing her own popularity, unaware of his controversial reputation. Instead of assisting her, their connection ends up causing more harm. However, this setback ultimately leads Qiu Ying to discover her true passion and realize that Ji Xiang Kong is actually a misunderstood prodigy.

Recommendation: We Are Young (2014) similar to The King’s Avatar
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We Are Young (2014)(青春相贱不恨晚)

2014China
ActionSportsYouthComedyFriendshipMiniseriesRomanceSchool Setting

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Recommendation: Let's Tug It! similar to The King’s Avatar
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Let's Tug It!(不就是拔河么)

2023China
CompetitionSportsYouthFriendshipSchool ClubTeammates' RelationshipTug-of-warWeb Series

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Competition, Sports, and Youth themes with a 17% similarity match.

Rewritten text: The drama follows a close-knit group of passionate young individuals who consider each other brothers and strive to achieve their dreams amidst the turmoil of the tug-of-war movement

Recommendation: Love Trying similar to The King’s Avatar
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Love Trying(青春達陣)

2006Taiwan
SportsYouth

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Recommendation: Boy Hood similar to The King’s Avatar
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Boy Hood(我们的少年时代)

2017China
CompetitionSportsYouthBaseballBromanceComedyFriendshipSchool SettingSlight RomanceStudent Male Lead

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Competition, Sports, and Youth themes with a 15% similarity match.

In a match between Ying Hua and Ya Lin, Ying Hua is feeling discouraged after a series of losses. Despite new student Ban Xiao Song's efforts to score a point, they end up losing to Wu Tong from the opposing team. Ban Xiao Song is determined to unite the team and prevent them from disbanding. Wu Tong later transfers to their school, presenting a challenge for the boys to overcome their differences and work together as a strong team. They also manage to bring Yin Ke, who previously had no interest in baseball, into their group. (CdramaBase.com) Available in two versions: 39 episodes (TV) || 40 episodes (DVD)

Recommendation: Hatsumori Bemars similar to The King’s Avatar
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Hatsumori Bemars(初森ベマーズ)

2015Japan
CompetitionSportsYouthFriendshipHeartwarmingLifeRivalrySchool SettingSoftballStrong Female Lead

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Competition, Sports, and Youth themes with a 15% similarity match.

Hatsumori Park, the childhood playground of Nanase and her companions, faces the threat of disappearance. Can it withstand the challenge and preserve its cherished memories? The fate of the park hangs in the balance as it hinges on the outcome of a softball tournament.

Recommendation: Yowakutemo Katemasu similar to The King’s Avatar
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Yowakutemo Katemasu(弱くても勝てます~青志先生とへっぽこ高校球児の野望)

2014Japan
CompetitionSportsYouthBaseballCoach Male LeadHigh SchoolLifeSchool SettingStudent Supporting CharacterTeacher Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Competition, Sports, and Youth themes with a 14% similarity match.

The setting of the narrative takes place at a made-up school that consistently sends numerous students to Tokyo University annually. Aoshi, a recent addition to the staff, takes on the role of coaching the school's baseball team. The team, consisting of only 5 members, has never achieved victory since its establishment. Aoshi and his players aim to secure a win at the Japan High School Baseball Championship.

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Blazing Teens(火力少年王)

2006China
CompetitionSportsYouthHigh SchoolLifeSchool SettingStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterYo-yoing

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Competition, Sports, and Youth themes with a 14% similarity match.

The series centers around high schools that host yo-yo competitions, where teams compete against each other to emerge victorious. Each team faces their own challenges, which they overcome while showcasing their unique yo-yo designs. The show incorporates special effects to capture the excitement and speed of the yo-yo battles. These battles involve magic spells, with the last person standing declared the winner. Along with traditional tricks like the Forward Pass and Loop-the-Loop, the show introduces original tricks such as the White Buddha and Cold Fusion, designed for professional yo-yo players.

Recommendation: Regatta similar to The King’s Avatar
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Regatta(レガッタ)

2006Japan
CompetitionSportsYouthBoatingMiniseriesRomanceSchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadUniversityYoung Adult Female LeadYoung Adult Male Lead

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Competition, Sports, and Youth themes with a 14% similarity match.

Makoto is a talented rower on a university rowing team. After a tragic accident takes the life of his best friend, he feels responsible and initially leaves the team. However, with the encouragement of Misao and his teammates, he decides to return to the sport he loves. Determined to excel and compete in the Olympics, Makoto faces intense training and competition, learning valuable life lessons along the way. This marks the debut of rising actor Hayami in a leading role.

Recommendation: Hot Shot similar to The King’s Avatar
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Hot Shot(籃球火)

2008Taiwan
CompetitionSportsYouthBasketballCoach Female LeadComedyFriendshipPoor Male LeadRich Male LeadSchool SettingSlight RomanceUniversity

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Competition, Sports, and Youth themes with a 14% similarity match.

In a school that prioritizes academics over sports, Li Ying is determined to breathe new life into the basketball team by taking on the role of head coach. She recruits Yuan Da Ying, a basketball enthusiast from the countryside with little skill. Their efforts gain momentum when Dong Fang Xiang, a renowned basketball player, enrolls at their school. Meanwhile, Yuan Da Ying develops feelings for Zhan Jie Er, a fellow student who reminds him of his childhood friend. Complicating matters is the fact that Zhan Jie Er's family works for Dong Fang Xiang, whom she also has a close relationship with. Their interactions have the potential to reshape the school's basketball legacy.

Recommendation: Before We Get Married similar to The King’s Avatar
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Before We Get Married(我們不能是朋友)

2019Taiwan
Hardworking Female LeadSismanceSmart Male LeadNovel AdaptationDramaInfidelityLove Hate RelationshipMale Chases Female FirstObsessive Male LeadPossessive Male LeadRich Male LeadRomance

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Hardworking Female Lead, Sismance, and Smart Male Lead themes with a 14% similarity match.

Zhou Wei Wei is preparing to wed her accomplished and devoted fiancé, while Chu Ke Huan's long-time girlfriend is eager to marry him. However, Wei Wei and Ke Huan find themselves growing attracted to each other. Despite their initial intention to remain friends, it seems that fate has other plans for them. Will they succumb to their emotions? Can they resist the temptation? Find out in the drama "Before We Get Married," adapted from the novel by Ayamei.

Recommendation: Victory Lap similar to The King’s Avatar
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Victory Lap(水漾少年)

2020China
CompetitionSportsDramaSwimming

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Competition and Sports with a 13% similarity match.

In order to train the future members of the swimming team, the Swordfish Swimming Team has enlisted YIXIANG, LIN JUN, TAE, and LIU JIAN. Each of these four boys has unique personalities and challenges to overcome on their journey towards their dreams. The path to success is filled with obstacles - will they be able to achieve their goal of making it to the National Team?

Recommendation: Your Class or Mine similar to The King’s Avatar
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Your Class or Mine(尖子攻略)

2008Hong Kong
SportsYouthComedySchool Setting

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Sports and Youth with a 13% similarity match.

Pang Kam Tsau strikes a deal with A-Goddess Yim Ga Lai to mentor some young athletes from the local soccer team, aiming to help them excel in both academics and sports. However, various challenges arise during their mentorship, such as family issues, romantic entanglements, and obstacles within the soccer team itself.

Recommendation: Retire to Queen similar to The King’s Avatar
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Retire to Queen(退休女皇)

2019Hong Kong
EsportsSportsDramaFriendship

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Esports and Sports with a 13% similarity match.

A fresh e-sport squad, called Challenger, faces various challenges and competitions in their journey to reach the finals of an e-sport tournament, with the assistance of a woman named Sara.

Recommendation: The Ringmaster similar to The King’s Avatar
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The Ringmaster(拳王)

2021Hong Kong
ActionSportsBoxingDrama

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Action and Sports with a 13% similarity match.

Life is often compared to a boxing match, with its highs and lows mirroring the struggle in the ring. We must navigate fame, fortune, and relationships while choosing when to be aggressive or defensive in our actions. When challenges arise, we must fight diligently to triumph over hurdles and persist. True strength lies not in being invincible, but in the determination to rise after a fall and keep moving forward. Ultimately, life is a personal battle for each individual. (CasualTVB)

Recommendation: Karuta Queen similar to The King’s Avatar
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Karuta Queen(かるたクイーン)

2003Japan
CompetitionSportsKarutaYorudora

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Competition and Sports with a 13% similarity match.

The 6th NHK Yorudora episode titled Karuta Queen follows the competitive world of karuta, a card game using the Hyakunin Isshu. As the new year approaches, so does the Karuta Queen Tournament playoffs. The current queen, 28-year-old postal worker Kurata Haruka, learned karuta from her grandmother Tsukino. They made a pact that if Haruka loses once, she must retire. Haruka's boyfriend Ryouhei expresses concern that she may lose this year. As the Queen playoffs commence, the question remains: will Haruka keep her title or be dethroned?

Recommendation: Zhuang Zhi Xiong Xin similar to The King’s Avatar
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Zhuang Zhi Xiong Xin(壮志雄心)

2002China
SportsYouthDramaSoccer

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Sports and Youth with a 13% similarity match.

Within the dynamic Chinese League setting, the drama depicts the ups and downs experienced both on and off the soccer field, showcasing the journey of young players like Ou Li

Recommendation: The Blood of Youth similar to The King’s Avatar
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The Blood of Youth(少年歌行)

2022China
ActionSmart Male LeadYouthAdventureFantasyFight For The ThroneFriendshipHidden IdentityHistoricalJianghuMartial ArtsMultiple MainsWuxia

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Action, Smart Male Lead, and Youth themes with a 13% similarity match.

Lei Wu Jie, a determined young disciple, embarks on a journey to Xue Yue with the aspiration of proving his worth as a hero

Recommendation: Gamer's Generation similar to The King’s Avatar
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Gamer's Generation(电竞纪元)

2016China
EsportsSportsYouthOnline Gamer Male LeadSchool SettingSci-FiStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting CharacterTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting CharacterVirtual Reality

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Esports, Sports, and Youth themes with a 13% similarity match.

In 2025, the Virtual Reality era has begun, transforming gamers into the new stars and role models of society. Becoming a skilled gamer is now the ultimate aspiration for many young people. To cultivate the next generation of gaming prodigies, the "E-sport Academy" has been established. Nan Ke, a newcomer at the academy, finds himself struggling to fit in. He is soon joined by a group of misfit yet talented students, forming a new team determined to take on the school's top competitors.

Recommendation: When We Were Young similar to The King’s Avatar
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When We Were Young(人不彪悍枉少年)

2018China
Smart Male LeadSportsYouth1990sNovel AdaptationEmotionally Strong Female LeadFamilyHigh SchoolLifeNice Male LeadPoor Male LeadRaised By A GrandparentStudent Supporting Character

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Smart Male Lead, Sports, and Youth themes with a 13% similarity match.

Back in 1996, Yang Xi, a high school student, sustains injuries in a laboratory explosion while trying to catch a thief who stole her bike

Recommendation: The Prince of Tennis similar to The King’s Avatar
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The Prince of Tennis(奋斗吧,少年!)

2019China
CompetitionSportsYouthAdapted From A MangaBromanceChild Prodigy Male LeadDramaHigh SchoolSchool SettingSlight RomanceStudent Male LeadTeenager Male LeadTennis Player Male Lead

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Competition, Sports, and Youth themes with a 13% similarity match.

Lu Xia, a tennis prodigy who grew up abroad with his parents, possesses his father's exceptional strength and talent for tennis

Recommendation: Dive similar to The King’s Avatar
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Dive(扑通扑通的青春)

2019China
CompetitionSportsYouthBromanceDivingExchange Student Male LeadOvercoming FearRomanceSchool SettingStudent Male LeadSwimmingTraumaWeb Series

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Competition, Sports, and Youth themes with a 13% similarity match.

A tale about a diving squad facing potential dissolution, with Coach Yu Feng training four athletes to save the team. The team includes Jiang Bai Long, a once-promising diver, Wei Te from Thailand, newcomer Lu Hao Ran, and his partner Tian Lin. (ChineseDrama.info)

Recommendation: Ping Pong Life similar to The King’s Avatar
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Ping Pong Life(荣耀乒乓)

2021China
CompetitionSportsYouthBromanceComing Of AgeDramaFriendshipOlympicsShy Male LeadSlight RomanceTable TennisTeammates' RelationshipWeb Series

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Competition, Sports, and Youth themes with a 13% similarity match.

On the ping pong tables, two young men, Xu Tan and Yu Ke Nan, engage in intense competitions. Xu Tan, though physically frail, possesses a strong passion for the sport. On the other hand, Yu Ke Nan is talented but rebellious. Despite their contrasting personalities, both Xu Tan and Yu Ke Nan share a similar journey in their sporting careers, marking a significant period in Chinese ping pong history. Xu Tan, initially motivated by his grandfather to take up the sport for health reasons, undergoes a remarkable transformation and gains recognition for his skills. Meanwhile, Yu Ke Nan, hailing from a renowned family of players, realizes there is much more for him to learn. As they pursue their dreams and strive for their country's glory, they find themselves on opposing sides in the most crucial competition of their lives. (ChineseDrama.info)

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The Grapes of Wrath(愤怒的葡萄)

2024China
ActionHardworking Female LeadSportsCoach Supporting CharacterCyberbullyingDoctor Male LeadFemale RivalryOlder Man-Younger WomanRomanceSabotageShort Length SeriesTeamworkWrestler Female Lead

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Following her eviction from her residence due to a misleading bullying video, a teenage girl decides to join a female wrestling team

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Floating Youth(冰球少年)

2022China
CompetitionSportsYouthAbsent ParentBest Friends RelationshipChasing A DreamDifficult AdulthoodFather-Son RelationshipIce HockeyLifeNice Male LeadRaised By A GrandparentWinter Sport

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A team of young ice hockey players aspire to become professional athletes. Chen Che, the standout player on the United Nations Hockey Team, is a gifted teenager known for his talent and loyalty. Shen Zhou Zhou, a former graduate student from North America, is a skilled and stoic presence on the ice. As they pursue success and recognition, the team encounters challenges and rivals on their path to glory.

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We Are the Littles(男排女將)

2020Hong Kong
CompetitionSportsYouthDramaEmotionally Strong Female LeadFriendshipInspired By A True StoryMultiple MainsNice Female LeadNice Male LeadSlight ComedySlight RomanceVolleyball

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Several volleyball enthusiasts were turned down by the volleyball team due to their height not meeting the requirements. However, they crossed paths with Ka Yu, a former player of the Hong Kong women's volleyball team whose own volleyball aspirations were shattered. Their youthful energy and passion reignited Ka Yu's love for the sport, leading her to become the first female coach for a men's volleyball team in Hong Kong. Together, they proved to everyone that despite being smaller in stature, they should not be underestimated. (ViuTV)

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Majisuka Gakuen(マジスカ学園)

2010Japan
ActionCompetitionYouthBloodDeathDelinquent Supporting CharacterDramaFemale Centered PlotHigh SchoolSchool SettingStreet FightStudent Supporting CharacterTransfer Student Female Lead

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At Majisuka Gakuen, an all-girls school known for its violent Yankee students, two new transfer students arrived - Atsuko Maeda and Onizuka Daruma. Daruma, a noisy troublemaker, caused a commotion upon her arrival and quickly got into a fight. Despite winning her first fight, she was easily defeated by another gang soon after. On the other hand, Maeda, though quiet, proved to be strong when she intervened to help Daruma against Team Hormon. This act revealed her true nature and earned her respect from her peers. The news of this incident even reached the powerful group, Rappapa. Eventually, Daruma accepted Maeda as her leader and their friendship grew as they faced challenges together at school.

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Chihayafuru: Tsunagu(ちはやふる -繋ぐ-)

2018Japan
CompetitionSportsYouthAdapted From A MangaDramaKarutaMiniseriesSchool ClubSchool SettingShort Length SeriesTeenager Female LeadTeenager Male LeadTeenager Supporting Character

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The special feature will bridge the narrative gap between the second film, Chihayafuru: Shimo no Ku, and the upcoming film, Chihayafuru: Musubi. Additionally, viewers can expect exclusive behind-the-scenes footage and interviews with the cast.

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Imawa no Kuni no Alice(今際の国のアリス)

2020Japan
ActionGameSmart Male LeadAdapted From A MangaDeathDeath GameMysteryParallel UniversePsychological ManipulationSci-FiSurvivalSuspenseThriller

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Arisu Ryohei, a disinterested and unemployed young man who is addicted to video games, suddenly discovers himself in a peculiar, deserted version of Tokyo where he and his friends must engage in perilous games to stay alive. In this unfamiliar realm, Arisu encounters Usagi, a young woman who is navigating the games on her own. Following a risky game that pushes Arisu to his limits, the two join forces to solve a series of mysteries, risking their lives and grappling with the true meaning of survival. (Netflix) Based on the manga series "Imawa no Kuni no Alice" by Haro Aso.

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Mr. Heart(미스터 하트)

2020South Korea
CompetitionSportsYouthGay RomanceLGBTQ+MarathonMiniseriesOrphan Male LeadPoor Male LeadRomanceRunningUniversityWeb Series

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Competition, Sports, and Youth themes with a 13% similarity match.

In spite of his challenges, Sang Ha consistently finds a reason to smile. As a sprinter on his school's track team, he takes pleasure in short-distance competitions. Jin Won, on the other hand, is a marathon runner with impressive records, concentrating entirely on his upcoming race. When Jin Won experiences difficulties in maintaining his performance, his coach assigns Sang Ha to act as his pacemaker. Although Jin Won is initially hesitant, he soon grows fond of Sang Ha as they uncover their mutual love for running. As their connection strengthens, they come to realize that their feelings for one another could jeopardize all they have achieved.

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My Lovely Boxer(순정복서)

2023South Korea
CompetitionSportsYouthAge GapAge GapBickering Mains' RelationshipBoxer Female LeadBoxingCruel Male LeadDramaFormer Athlete Female LeadFormer Athlete Supporting CharacterRomanceSelfish Parent

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Kim Tae Young is a ruthless agent in the sports industry. He attracts promising athletes and maximizes his profits from them before they lose their edge. Among his clients is Kim Hee Won, a talented baseball pitcher who holds a special place in Kim Tae Young's heart. When faced with a challenging situation, Kim Tae Young is tasked with convincing former boxing champion Lee Kwon Sook to return to the ring. Lee Kwon Sook had risen to fame as a top boxer at the age of 17, winning all of her matches before suddenly vanishing. In an effort to help Kim Hee Won, Kim Tae Young seeks out Lee Kwon Sook, who has since moved on from the world of boxing.

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Unstoppable Youth(青春抛物线)

2019China
CompetitionSportsYouthCold Man-Warm WomanDramaFirst LoveFluffyFriendshipRomanceSchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadVolleyball

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Competition, Sports, and Youth themes with a 13% similarity match.

The tale of Chinese women's volleyball spirit revolves around a determined group of young individuals chasing after their aspirations. A volleyball squad finds themselves on the brink of disbandment following a defeat by seasoned champions in a recent student tournament. Yi An Le, a naturally talented volleyball player, joins the team and gradually wins over her initially doubtful teammates with her kindness, bravery, and perseverance, forming strong bonds with them. Rising from being underestimated, the underdog team triumphs in the city league to advance to the provincial league. However, the path to claiming the championship title proves to be fraught with challenges. Yi An Le becomes entangled in a complex love triangle involving volleyball star Ye Man Yang, her childhood friend Fu An Yan, and teammate Qiu Yuan Ya. As personal issues start to interfere with their teamwork, the Mingyang team suffers a devastating setback. Will they be able to overcome the mounting pressures and emerge victorious in the end?

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Love of Summer Night(夏夜知君暖)

2020China
Smart Male LeadSportsYouthBasketballEmotionally Strong Female LeadFirst LoveFriends To LoversLove TriangleLove Hate RelationshipRich Male LeadRomanceStudent Supporting CharacterWeb Series

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Smart Male Lead, Sports, and Youth themes with a 13% similarity match.

Su Nuan Xia made a vow to her father to lead the basketball team to success. When she encounters a talented player, she goes to great lengths to convince him to join the team. As a freshman at Qingmeng University, Su Nuan Xia is set on fulfilling her late father's wish to reunite the basketball team and triumph over their foes, Shenhua. She becomes the beloved coach who has brought together a unique group of skilled and charming individuals, each with their own basketball aspirations. After discovering the impressive skills of school heartthrob Jun Ye, Nuan Xia works tirelessly to recruit him, eventually winning him over with her constant attention. Through rigorous training, Jun Ye develops feelings for Nuan Xia's upbeat personality and starts to pursue her romantically. Despite having given up on the sport, Jun Ye rediscovers his passion and strives to impress Nuan Xia. However, he struggles with inner conflicts that continue to haunt him. Nevertheless, Nuan Xia, Jun Ye, and their teammates unite to chase after their ambitions.

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Cinderella Is Online(シンデレラはオンライン中)

2021Japan
Online GamingSmart Male LeadYouthDramaLove At First SightOnline Gamer Female LeadOnline Gamer Male LeadReal World-Virtual WorldRomanceSchool SettingStudent Female LeadStudent Male LeadStudent Supporting Character

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College student Arisawa Ichika is not interested in romantic relationships but is passionate about the online game 'Tenkyo'. Her character, Vivi, is romantically involved with top gamer Leon in the virtual world. When she meets Leon in real life, she discovers he is the popular campus prince, Onoda Asahi, who is athletic and owns a gaming company. They are drawn to each other and begin dating, but face challenges when a colleague and the campus beauty get involved. Jealous individuals target Arisawa with slander, causing further complications.

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Ode to Joy(欢乐颂)

2016China
Hardworking Female LeadSismanceYouthNovel AdaptationChildish Female LeadEmotionally Strong Female LeadLifeMultiple CouplesMultiple MainsRich Female LeadRomanceSmart Female LeadStudent Female Lead

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Five females reside on the 22nd level of a shared apartment complex. Despite their distinct personalities, they face individual challenges in their professional, familial, and romantic lives. Through mutual understanding and navigating the hardships of Shanghai living, they each experience personal growth and change. Inspired by A Nai's novel "Ode to Joy."

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Dansui!(男水!)

2017Japan
CompetitionSportsYouthAdapted From A MangaBromanceChildhood Friends RelationshipComedyFriendshipHigh SchoolMiniseriesRivalrySchool SettingSwimming

Like The King’s Avatar, this drama also features Competition, Sports, and Youth themes with a 13% similarity match.

At the moment, the male swimming club at Higashigaoka High School consists of just three second-year students - captain Sakaki Shuhei, along with Shinozuka Daiki and Koganei Haruyoshi. As they enter the new school year, they are hoping to recruit more members to join their club.